Director, Technical Consulting Services (EMEA)

Cognizant; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Director, Technical Consulting Services to manage Workday data and oversee a team across the EMEA region. The ideal candidate has 7-10 years of experience in Technical Consulting and possesses a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Responsibilities include project oversight, mentoring team members, and performance management. The firm offers opportunities for growth and an entrepreneurial environment.

Benefits

Entrepreneurial environment

Opportunities for growth

Community engagement

Global operations

Affinity groups

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of Workday (or other ERP) Technical Consulting implementation experience.
• Experience leading virtual teams.
• Fast learner, detail-oriented, decisive.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects and assist managers and team members.
• Mentor and coach team members and analyze skills.
• Set goals and drive performance reviews for the team.

Skills

Project Oversight

People Development

Performance Management

Sales experience

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

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Director, Technical Consulting Services (EMEA)

Location: United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3af25095bd5c

Job Views: 6

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

The Director, Technical Consulting Services will manage our Workday data, integrations, Prism, Reporting, Extend and AI initiatives across the EMEA region, linking into global Workday practice and Cognizant wider EPS initiatives. This person will oversee a team of expert managers and set strategic direction in conjunction with Cognizant Workday Practice leaders. Responsibilities include supporting sales activities, working with Engagement Managers, Project Managers, and leads, and acting as a liaison between the Consulting team and executive management. The role involves identifying business needs, staffing projects, and monitoring work/life balance of consultants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight: Oversee projects, assist managers and team members, support RFP responses, and ensure appropriate resourcing.
• People Development: Mentor and coach team members, analyze skills, and advise management on expertise and availability.
• Performance Management: Set goals, collect feedback, and drive performance reviews for the team.

Experience and Requirements:

• 7-10 years of Workday (or other ERP) Technical Consulting implementation experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Experience leading virtual teams.
• Characteristics: fast learner, detail-oriented, decisive, team player, sales experience.

Why choose Cognizant:

• Entrepreneurial environment
• Opportunities for growth and community engagement
• Global operations
• Affinity groups

Cognizant Core Values:

• Work as One
• Raise the Bar
• Dare to Innovate
• Do the Right Thing
• Own It